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olgavictoria

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A nurse caring for a female client notes a number of laceration wounds around the cervix of the uterus due to childbirth. How could the nurse describe the laceration wound in the client's medical record?
 
  A) A clean separation of skin and tissue with a smooth, even edge
  B) A separation of skin and tissue in which the edges are torn and irregular
  C) A wound in which the surface layers of skin are scraped away
  D) A shallow crater in which skin or mucous membrane is missing

Question 2

Of the many topics that may be taught to clients or caregivers about home wound care, which one is the most significant in preventing wound infections?
 
  A) Taking medications as prescribed
  B) Proper intake of food and fluids
  C) Thorough hand hygiene
  D) Adequate sleep and rest


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jesse.fleming

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
A laceration wound can be described as a separation of skin and tissue in which the edges are torn and irregular. An incision wound is described as a clean separation of skin and tissue with a smooth, even edge. An abrasion is a wound in which the surface layers of skin are scraped away. Ulceration is a shallow crater in which skin or mucous membrane is missing.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
The single most important information on which to educate clients and caregivers about home wound care is the importance of thorough hand hygiene to prevent wound infections.


olgavictoria

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

lindahyatt42

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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